JANUARY 17, 2025 INDUSTRY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOR SHIPPING CHARCOAL IN CONTAINERS: NEW RULES BEGINNING IN 2025 The International Group of P&I Clubs, the World Shipping Council and the TT…
New P&I cover certificate requirement16 Jan 2025, TurkeyTurkey’s General Directorate of Maritime Affairs has announced new conditions of P&I cover certificate requirement for vessels in Turkish Straits and ports.READ MORE…
JANUARY 3, 2025 ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION FINES IN TURKEY: AN UPDATE A revised pollution fine tariff schedule has come into effect as of January 1, 2025. In the event of sea…
DECEMBER 26, 2024 CIRCULAR NO. 25/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: INTERNATIONAL GROUP REINSURANCE ARRANGEMENTS FOR 2025/26 The arrangements for the renewal of the International Group’s general excess of…
NorthStandard and NIORD have announced a new strategic partnership to build their offshore renewable energy underwriting business. Under an agreement that comes into effect on 1 January 2025, global marine…
The specialist freight transport insurer has long campaigned for heightening awareness of freight crime and the need for additional security and policing resources. TT therefore greatly welcomed the recent cross-party…
DECEMBER 10, 2024 SHIPBOARD THERMAL IMAGING INSPECTIONS Components of machinery and electrical circuits can cause fires onboard vessels, especially when they become overheated or where fuel or oil leak or…
The Britannia Group has appointed Egied Verbeeck as the new non-executive Chair of its Boards and Members’ Representative Committee with effect from 1 January 2025 Egied has been a director…
NOVEMBER 22, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 23/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: BACKGROUND TO THE 2025 AMERICAN CLUB RENEWAL. DEVELOPMENT OF CLOSED AND OPEN POLICY YEARS. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 2025 POLICY…
NOVEMBER 20, 2024GOOD CATCH UPDATE: KEEP THE FIRE INSIDE THE INCINERATOR! Does your training emphasize safe operation of the incinerator and include awareness and precautions to prevent thermal shock to the…
The return of higher claim volumes during 2024, increased exposure to larger claims, and continuing supply chain volatility have persuaded NorthStandard to adopt a precautionary 5% general increase in its…
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NOVEMBER 14, 2024 CIRCULAR NO. 22/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: ELECTRONIC (PAPERLESS) TRADING – COVANTIS EBL POWERED BY SECRO Members are referred to Circular 21/23 of December 22,…
Weston, CT— The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) recently concluded its 2024 Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM), bringing together maritime leaders for a day of insightful discussions…
THREAT & RISK ASSESSMENT BRIEF UPDATE Brief Update No 24/006 Date: 30 – Oct – 2024 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G.…
BRITANNIA P&I CLUB WINS SAFETY4SEA INITIATIVE AWARD 2024 FOR SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY CONTRIBUTIONS Britannia P&I Club has been awarded the 2024 Safety4Sea Initiative Award, recognising its loss prevention insight reports…
Steady growth in flexitank usage around the world prompts container owners and specialist insurer to offer safety guidelines to assist shippers, forwarders, carriers and terminals to handle cargo carried in…
Increase of Electronic Service fees18 Oct 2024, Suez Canal, EgyptFrom 1 January 2025, Electronic Services Fees $50 for all ships over GRT 300 MT transiting Suez Canal will increase to…
London, UK, 01 October 2024: The UK P&I Club has appointed Kyle Lochridge as Senior Vice President, Americas. Kyle will report into Leanne O’Loughlin, UK P&I Club Regional Director, Americas, and UK P&I’s…
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 20/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: PROJECT CARGOES Your Managers have noted that on occasion Members are carrying project related cargoes, either alone or together…
Cai Xuanlun to succeed Richard Macnamara as Hong Kong CEO on 1 December 2024 London, UK, 26 September 2024 – West is pleased to announce the appointment of Cai Xuanlun (“XL”) as…
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 19/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: OFAC ISSUES ADVISORY TO THE MARITIME PETROLEUM SHIPPING COMMUNITY ON SANCTIONS RISKS RELATED TO PETROLEUM SHIPMENTS INVOLVING IRAN AND…
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 BRAZIL: DROUGHT AFFECTING RIVER CONDITIONS The Amazon region is currently experiencing an environmental crisis including unprecedented drought conditions that have led to a drastic reduction in river…
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FuelEU Maritime ready for 2025? Sarah McCann, FD&D Claims Senior Solicitor – Mediterranean/Nordics & Northern Europe, NorthStandard sets out how the FuelEU Maritime regulations will apply and what needs to…